SchoolScoresKings Langley School
Academy · Secondary, ages 11 to 18 · Mixed · Sixth form
Part of KINGS LANGLEY SCHOOL
Love Lane, Kings Langley, WD4 9HN
01923 264504 · School website · Map and directions
Ofsted inspection
Ofsted rated this school Good at the inspection that started on 16 December 2014.
This inspection used Ofsted's older format with four grades: Outstanding, Good, Requires improvement and Inadequate. Newer inspections use report cards. What changed.
| Area | Grade |
|---|---|
| Quality of education | Good |
| Outcomes for pupils | Good |
| Leadership and management | Good |
| Sixth form | Good |
Since then, a shorter ungraded inspection on 13 March 2024: Ofsted found the school was still Good.
Read the full Ofsted reports for this school
Source: Ofsted state-funded schools inspection data.
What parents say
185 parents answered Ofsted's Parent View survey between 1 January 2024 and 6 January 2025.
Hertfordshire comparisons use the 51 of its 82 state secondary schools with comparable results. The other 31 have no published Parent View results (Ofsted only publishes a survey once at least 10 parents answer) or used Ofsted's newer questions, which we don't compare with the older ones.
| Statement | This school | Hertfordshire | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| My child is happy at this school 45th highest of 51 state secondary schools with comparable Parent View results in Hertfordshire. Higher than 35% of 1,763 state secondary schools with comparable Parent View results in England. | 78% | 90% | 88% |
| My child feels safe at this school Joint 43rd highest of 51 state secondary schools with comparable Parent View results in Hertfordshire. Higher than 36% of 1,763 state secondary schools with comparable Parent View results in England. | 81% | 91% | 90% |
| The school makes sure pupils are well behaved Joint 40th highest of 51 state secondary schools with comparable Parent View results in Hertfordshire. Higher than 41% of 1,763 state secondary schools with comparable Parent View results in England. | 74% | 85% | 84% |
| Bullying was dealt with quickly and effectivelyOf 69 parents whose child had been bullied 44th highest of 50 state secondary schools with comparable Parent View results in Hertfordshire. Higher than 29% of 1,665 state secondary schools with comparable Parent View results in England. | 42% | 53% | 50% |
| Concerns were dealt with properlyOf 151 parents who had raised a concern 43rd highest of 51 state secondary schools with comparable Parent View results in Hertfordshire. Higher than 33% of 1,736 state secondary schools with comparable Parent View results in England. | 63% | 78% | 76% |
| I would recommend this school to another parent Joint 39th highest of 51 state secondary schools with comparable Parent View results in Hertfordshire. Higher than 44% of 1,763 state secondary schools with comparable Parent View results in England. | 77%said yes | 87% | 84% |
Parents choose whether to take part, so these answers may not represent all families. Figures are the share who agree or strongly agree. England figures are all parents answering the same questions over the same period, for state-funded schools. Hertfordshire figures pool parents at the Hertfordshire schools compared, from each school's latest survey, so survey dates differ between schools. The scales run from lower (left) to higher (right) agreement, and the dot marks this school among state schools of the same phase that used the same survey questions. The third it falls in is coloured: green for the top third, amber the middle, red the bottom. This survey used Ofsted's previous Parent View questions, which changed in November 2025. Source: Ofsted Parent View management information.
Results
GCSEs (key stage 4, age 16), 2024/25
179 pupils in this year group.
53% — about the same as the Hertfordshire average, and 8 points above the England average.
| Measure | This school | Hertfordshire | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grade 5 or above in English and maths | 53% | 53% | 45% |
| Attainment 8 scoreAverage of each pupil's grades across 8 GCSE-level subjects, with English and maths counted twice. Around 50 means grade 5s on average. | 48.6 | 50.6 | 46.1 |
| EBacc average point scoreAverage points across the English Baccalaureate subjects: English, maths, sciences, a language and history or geography. | 4.5 | 4.6 | 4.1 |
Progress 8 isn't shown. DfE didn't publish it for 2024/25 because this year group's key stage 2 tests in 2020 were cancelled, and older progress scores aren't comparable.
Source: DfE key stage 4 performance tables, 2024/25. England figures are for state-funded schools.
After Year 11
Where pupils went next. DfE measures this for pupils who finished in an earlier year, so these figures describe a previous year group.
167 pupils in this year group.
92% — 3 points below the Hertfordshire average, and about the same as the England average.
| Measure | This school | Hertfordshire | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stayed in education, an apprenticeship or workPupils recorded in sustained education, apprenticeship or employment in the year after finishing Year 11. | 92% | 95% | 92% |
| School sixth form | 44% | 58% | 34% |
| Sixth form college | 1% | 2% | 13% |
| Further education college | 39% | 31% | 37% |
| Apprenticeship | 3% | 2% | 3% |
| Work | 5% | 2% | 3% |
Stayed in education, an apprenticeship or work, over time
| 2023/24 | 2024/25 |
|---|---|
| 97% | 92% |
Source: DfE key stage 4 destination measures, 2024/25 performance tables. England figures are for state-funded schools.
A levels (16 to 18), 2024/25
66 A level students in this year group.
| Measure | This school | Hertfordshire | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average A level grade | C | B- | B- |
| A level exams graded A* or A | 14% | 29% | 26% |
| A level exams graded A* to B | 35% | 58% | 53% |
| Average points per A level entryAn A* is 60 points, an A is 50, a B is 40, and so on down to 10 for an E. | 29.9 | 36.8 | 35 |
A level subjects, 2024/25
22 subjects, 198 exams. England figures are for state-funded schools and colleges.
| Subject | Exams | A* | A* or A | England A* or A |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mathematics | 22 | 0% | 27% | 40% |
| Psychology | 19 | 0% | 11% | 19% |
| English Literature | 18 | 6% | 28% | 23% |
| Business Studies:Single | 16 | 0% | 0% | 16% |
| Physics | 13 | 0% | 8% | 31% |
| Biology | 12 | 0% | 8% | 27% |
| Design and Technology (Product Design) | 12 | 0% | 0% | 15% |
| Geography | 12 | 0% | 0% | 23% |
| Economics | 10 | 0% | 0% | 26% |
| Chemistry | 8 | 0% | 0% | 30% |
| History | 8 | 0% | 25% | 23% |
| Sociology | 7 | 0% | 0% | 20% |
| Computer Studies / Computing | 6 | 0% | 17% | 24% |
| Government and Politics | 6 | 33% | 50% | 26% |
Also taken, with too few exams for DfE to publish grades: Art and Design (Fine Art), Art and Design (Photography), Drama and Theatre Studies, Religious Studies, Spanish, French, Mathematics (Further), Physical Education / Sports Studies.
Source: DfE 16 to 18 qualification and subject data, 2024/25.
Source: DfE 16 to 18 performance tables, 2024/25. England figures are for state-funded schools.
After sixth form
Where pupils went next. DfE measures this for pupils who finished in an earlier year, so these figures describe a previous year group.
84 students in this year group.
89% — 7 points above the Hertfordshire average, and 10 points above the England average.
| Measure | This school | Hertfordshire | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stayed in education, an apprenticeship or workStudents recorded in sustained education, apprenticeship or employment in the year after finishing 16 to 18 study. | 89% | 82% | 79% |
| Apprenticeship | 2% | 6% | 7% |
| Work | 29% | 28% | 28% |
Stayed in education, an apprenticeship or work, over time
| 2023/24 | 2024/25 |
|---|---|
| 89% | 89% |
Source: DfE 16 to 18 destination measures, 2024/25 performance tables. England figures are for state-funded schools.
Going on to university
Where pupils went next. DfE measures this for pupils who finished in an earlier year, so these figures describe a previous year group.
72 students in this year group.
57% — 6 points below the Hertfordshire average, and 3 points below the England average.
| Measure | This school | Hertfordshire | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Went on to a degree or other higher education | 57% | 63% | 60% |
| Went to one of the most selective third of universitiesDfE's grouping of universities by the typical entry grades of their students. | 22% | 24% | 19% |
Went on to a degree or other higher education, over time
| 2023/24 | 2024/25 |
|---|---|
| 79% | 57% |
Source: DfE 16 to 18 progression to higher education or training, 2024/25 performance tables. England figures are for state-funded schools.
Admissions
Apply through the council where you live, even if the school is in a different council area. This school is in Hertfordshire. The national closing date for secondary applications is 31 October, and offers are sent on 1 March.
How hard is it to get in?
For the September 2026 intake there were fewer first-choice applications than places.
| Places offered | 180 |
|---|---|
| Families who put it first | 155 |
| Of those, offered a place | 139 (90%) |
| Families who listed it at all | 592 |
First-choice applications per place: 2024: 1.0 · 2025: 1.0 · 2026: 0.9
This isn't your chance of getting a place. That depends on the school's admissions rules (for example siblings, distance or faith) and where you live. Source: DfE applications and offers, September 2026 intake.
Pupils, staff and SEND
| Pupils | This school | Hertfordshire | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Eligible for free school meals in the last 6 years 47th highest of 82 state secondary schools in Hertfordshire. Higher than 17% of 3,448 state secondary schools in England. | 15.3% | 17.1%* | 28.9% |
| With an education, health and care plan 40th highest of 82 state secondary schools in Hertfordshire. Higher than 47% of 3,448 state secondary schools in England. | 2.8% | 3.0%* | 3.1% |
| Receiving special educational needs support 22nd highest of 82 state secondary schools in Hertfordshire. Higher than 67% of 3,448 state secondary schools in England. | 16.1% | 13.2%* | 13.4% |
| English as an additional language 74th highest of 82 state secondary schools in Hertfordshire. Higher than 28% of 3,448 state secondary schools in England. | 6.2% | 15.4%* | 19.2% |
| Overall absence (sessions missed) 57th lowest of 82 state secondary schools in Hertfordshire. Lower than 37% of 3,411 state secondary schools in England. | 9.1% | 7.8%* | 8.4% |
| Persistently absent (missed 10% or more) 51st lowest of 82 state secondary schools in Hertfordshire. Lower than 49% of 3,411 state secondary schools in England. | 23.7% | 21.1%* | 23.4% |
| Suspensions per 100 pupils 48th lowest of 81 state secondary schools in Hertfordshire. Lower than 63% of 3,445 state secondary schools in England. | 10.1 | 13.4 | 21.2 |
| Pupils suspended at least once 37th lowest of 81 state secondary schools in Hertfordshire. Lower than 70% of 3,445 state secondary schools in England. | 4.4% | 5.6% | 7.3% |
| Pupils permanently excluded0 pupils | 0.00% | 0.12% | 0.23% |
| Pupils per teacher 1st highest of 81 state secondary schools in Hertfordshire. Higher than 97% of 3,442 state secondary schools in England. | 21.0 | 16.5 | 16.7 |
| Pupils per adult (teachers and support staff) 1st highest of 81 state secondary schools in Hertfordshire. Higher than 98% of 3,445 state secondary schools in England. | 16.2 | 12.0 | 11.8 |
| Teachers who left during the year 9th highest of 82 state secondary schools in Hertfordshire. Higher than 85% of 3,430 state secondary schools in England. | 21.8% | 12.7%* | 14.2%* |
Comparisons are with secondary schools. Scales run from lower (left) to higher (right) figures. For absence and suspensions lower is better, so their scales run green to red; blue scales describe the school's pupils and staff and aren't good or bad. * Calculated by SchoolScores from the council's or England's schools, weighted by pupils (or teachers, for turnover); other figures are published by DfE. Sources: DfE school census 2024/25; DfE pupil absence 2024/25; DfE suspensions and permanent exclusions 2024/25; DfE school workforce census 2025/26; DfE teacher turnover 2024/25.
Nearby secondary schools
- Abbot's Hill School 1.2 miles · Independent, inspected by ISI
- Longdean School 2.0 miles · Ofsted: Good (2015), confirmed 2025 · 35% grade 5+ English and maths
- The Hemel Hempstead School 2.4 miles · Ofsted: Report card 2026: 1 strong, 6 expected · 51% grade 5+ English and maths
- The Adeyfield Academy 2.6 miles · Ofsted: Good (2023) · 22% grade 5+ English and maths
- Lockers Park School 2.8 miles · Independent, inspected by ISI
- Westbrook Hay 2.8 miles · Independent, inspected by ISI
Straight-line distance. Distance isn't the same as a catchment area.
Questions parents ask
What is Kings Langley School's Ofsted rating?
Kings Langley School was rated Good by Ofsted at its inspection in 16 December 2014. At a shorter ungraded inspection in 13 March 2024, Ofsted found the school was still Good.
How did Kings Langley School do in its GCSEs?
In 2024/25, 53% of pupils grade 5 or above in English and maths, 8 points above the England average of 45%.
Would parents recommend Kings Langley School?
77% of the 185 parents who answered Ofsted's Parent View survey between 1 January 2024 and 6 January 2025 said they would recommend Kings Langley School to another parent. Parents choose whether to respond, so this may not represent all families.
Is Kings Langley School oversubscribed?
For the September 2026 intake, 155 families put Kings Langley School as their first choice for 180 places: fewer first-choice applications than places. 139 of those families were offered a place. Whether you get a place depends on the school's admissions rules and where you live.
Sources
- School details: Get Information about Schools (DfE), 26 September 2026. URN 139036.
- Inspections: Ofsted management information, data to 31 August 2026.
- Parent views: Ofsted Parent View, 1 January 2024 to 6 January 2025.
- Results: DfE school performance tables, GCSEs 2024/25, After Year 11 2024/25, A levels 2024/25, After sixth form 2024/25, Going on to university 2024/25.
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Page updated 26 September 2026.